2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1093 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carnival | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
